Wal Bass Club.

[zuma]

I don't even own a Wal but I DID just buy a fresh 6'er of Scrimshaw Pilsener so I'm joining you @graphics1988 .

 

[ModuMan]

Now I wish I had a better understanding of which basses have which frets, might be interesting if some of the characteristics I ascribe to them align with fret material.

 

[Les Fret]

Now I wish I had a better understanding of which basses have which frets, might be interesting if some of the characteristics I ascribe to them align with fret material.

What frets are on a Mk1 by default?

 

[mikeswals]

What frets are on a Mk1 by default?

Nickel-silver.

 

[BWorm]

Wal MK1 1989 Padauk | Guitars Etc. | Reverb

In case anyone is looking... pricey, but I noticed they are open to offers.

 

[zuma]

Hey @djaxup and any other fellow fraggers, that case logo sure looks familiar!

 

[mikeswals]

Wal MK1 1989 Padauk | Guitars Etc. | Reverb

And its now sold...

 

[Chickenwheels]

... and if you haven’t ordered a new Wal yet...you’re officially insane

 

[djaxup]

That Quake(world) logo yeah
oh man if only I put that many hours into learning bass at that time...

 

[zuma]

That Quake(world) logo yeah
oh man if only I put that many hours into learning bass at that time...

At that time? Pshhhh... If I practiced as many hours as I play Quake Champions now... Ha ha. It's not that bad. I only play about 20 minutes a day on average. But still!

 

[mikeswals]

... and if you haven’t ordered a new Wal yet...you’re officially insane

I haven't had any Mk1's in years, so with the latest price crazyness I decided to get back in line with a new build. Nothing crazy but will probably be flame maple with a gloss finish.

 

[Janforth]

I haven't had any Mk1's in years, so with the latest price crazyness I decided to get back in line with a new build. Nothing crazy but will probably be flame maple with a gloss finish.

Clear gloss?

 

[mikeswals]

Clear gloss?

No, a color of some sort... I bounced a few ideas off Paul and we'll see what it gets when the time comes. With a 3yr wait, I figure I have 2.5yrs from now to decide.

 

[Janforth]

Color matching neck and headstock?

 

[Les Fret]

No, a color of some sort... I bounced a few ideas off Paul and we'll see what it gets when the time comes. With a 3yr wait, I figure I have 2.5yrs from now to decide.

Ok great. I wonder with such a long three year waiting list do you immediately have to do a down payment? What happens with the money if something happens to you or when you decide not to go on with the build after two years waiting or so?

 

[mikeswals]

Ok great. I wonder with such a long three year waiting list do you immediately have to do a down payment? What happens with the money if something happens to you or when you decide not to go on with the build after two years waiting or so?

Yes, your deposit puts you in the order que, non refundable. And at about the first 6 month mark you are required to make a £1000 payment, and thats when he actually starts your neck wood.

If the sky falls or the earth opens up and swallows either you, me or Paul, then you are out your money. Thats the risk we take with custom orders.
Just go read the non-delivery threads here on TB about other builders that required the entire bass be paid up front and something happened. At least with Wal, you can wait til delivery day to pay the remainder.

 

[BWorm]

Yes, your deposit puts you in the order que, non refundable. And at about the first 6 month mark you are required to make a £1000 payment, and thats when he actually starts your neck wood.

Is the sky falls or the earth opens up and swallows either you, me or Paul, then yiu are out your money. Thats the risk we take with custom orders.
Just go read the non-delivery threads here on TB about other builders that required the entire bass be paid up front and something happened. At least with Wal, you can wait til delivery day to pay the remainder.

How much is the initial deposit now?

 

[Les Fret]

Yes, your deposit puts you in the order que, non refundable.

Let's hope you make it until the three years then, a lot can happen in three years, either health or financial wise.....

 

[graphics1988]

Let's hope you make it until the three years then, a lot can happen in three years.....

Such a positive outlook on life, Les. I don't see the prices dropping or the timeframe shortening on builds - no better time than now!! Can't wait to get more spec's Mike! Woohoo!!!

 

[Les Fret]

Such a positive outlook on life, Les.

haha...That's not my intention. Just being realistic. These are unsure times. But anyway, curious about your new Mk1 Mike!!! I am sure it turns out great.